It depends on the max output voltage of the CDP and the sensitivity/available power of the amp. If the CDP can drive the amp to satisfying output level; you'll be fine, and will avoid whatever colorations a preamp might add. YES: try it!
Power amp + CDP: is that enough?
I use only one source: my CD player Sony CDP-770, which has a built-in output volume control with remote.
It is currently connected to an integrated amplifier.
Given that I never use tone and balance settings, would I gain in quality if I connected it to a power amp, and avoided the preamp part altogether?
It is currently connected to an integrated amplifier.
Given that I never use tone and balance settings, would I gain in quality if I connected it to a power amp, and avoided the preamp part altogether?